Krakow’s gastronomy is dying and despite the bans in force, some owners of restaurants, cafes, and even accommodation places have decided to circumvent the existing restrictions. Many entrepreneurs are on the verge of bankruptcy and prefer to risk penalties rather than close the business and lay off employees. Gazeta Krakowska prepared a list of places that are open in Krakow, despite the lockdown!
Happy Gary takes the lead!
The patron, who supports the “Wesołe Gary“ restaurant, said in an interview with Gazeta Krakowska:
The deprivation of the possibility of running the premises is possible only by means of an act, and here we have an ordinance that may only limit the operation of the premises, e.g. in terms of the permissible number of people in the restaurant. These are the rules in the churches today. We discussed the matter with the owner and came to the conclusion that there is no legal basis for the state to forbid restaurants
attorney Paweł Śliz
The burning Facebook post
On Monday, January 11, an emotional post appeared on the restaurant’s Facebook profile:
“Throughout this pandemic period, we received only PLN 5,000 in support from the government, this amount does not cover even one job, not to mention the liabilities and fixed costs. We believe that this is a joke about us and our team, and not support for entrepreneurs who is so proudly announced in the media.
At this point, wading into the lion’s mouth, we have nothing to lose, we have to fight. If not, we will lose our beloved place and job. We tried to maintain our team and the entire restaurant all the time, but we can no longer afford to add a week to a week of saving our lives – what we had, we have already given, we will not take any longer. On each side, we have obligations that keep growing.
We count on your understanding and, above all, your support.”
How does this work?
Restaurants make sure that:
- customers made appointments by phone and reserved tables;
- the sanitary regime was followed;
- there were disinfecting and disinfecting agents on the tables;
- too many visitors were not exceeded;
Meanwhile, policemen and representatives of the Sanepid daily check hundreds of shops and service premises to check whether entrepreneurs comply with the applicable regulation.
What restaurants, cafes, and accommodation are open in Krakow?
Check the list below:
- The first restaurant that opened its doors was “Wesołe Gary” on os. Na Lotnisku – on Wednesday, January 13th 2021, at 12 o’clock it reopened its doors. The owner decided to restart the premise as, due to the restrictions, he was on the verge of bankruptcy
- Tesone Restaurant in Ruczaj, Krakow, is another place in Krakow that invites you to eat inside, contrary to government restrictions – ul. Kobierzyńska 142
- Na Żółto i Na Niebiesko – osiedle Teatralne 3
- A’Bracciate Pasta & Wine – ul. Mieszczańska 10
- Restauracja Carl&Bart – ul. KS Meiera 26
- Ręce w mące – PIZZA i BURGER – ul. Górników 68
- Boka Coffee Bar – ul. Zabłocie 19
- Words & Swords – ul. Basztowa 1
- Gospoda Koko – Gołębia 8 (One of my favorite places, that has really yummy home-made dishes!)
- Czarna Owca Wino Bar – Dajwór 20
- Małopolski Wagon Rodzinnie – mięso & pizza – ul. Czerwieńskiego 20a >>> They will be opening up starting the 30th of January 2021!
- Orakon – Studio W19
The list is enlarging almost weekly so don’t be surprised if you will pass by your favourite restaurant and you will see their doors open once again!
Rules until the 31st Jan 2021
Until January 31, the government extended the existing restrictions related to the epidemic. The exception is the decision to open schools for grades 1-3 of primary schools.
Rules extended until January 31st:
- limiting the functioning of shopping malls – remain open, inter alia, grocery stores, shops with books and newspapers, drugstores, pharmacies, as well as free-standing large-format furniture stores,
- limiting the functioning of hotels – available, among others for uniformed services, medics, patients of specialized hospitals, professional drivers, aircraft crews, members of train staff; employee hotels are an exception,
- sports infrastructure available only as part of professional sports,
- 10-day quarantine for people coming to Poland by organized transport (people vaccinated against COVID-19 are exempt from compulsory quarantine).
Existing rules and restrictions:
- no movement of persons under the age of 16 without the care of a parent or legal guardian, from Monday to Friday from 8.00 a.m. to 4 p.m. (except for day camps, training camps or reaching school or educational institution),
- 50 percent number of seats or 30 percent. the number of all seats and standing places, while leaving at least 50 percent. unoccupied seats,
- restrictions in places of religious worship – maximum 1 person per 15 m2,
- participation in assemblies – a maximum of 5 people (meeting hosts and people vaccinated against COVID-19 are not included in the limit for events organized at home),
- ban on weddings, communions and parties,
- closed gyms, fitness clubs and aquaparks,
- limitation in shops – maximum 1 person per 15m2,
- hours for seniors – from Monday to Friday from 10.00 to 12.00,
- closed restaurants (meals only to take away or delivery),
- the ski slopes remain closed.
Stay Safe!
The Twisted Red LadyBug
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